I just happened to have a little leftover Crab Chowder. And so what better application for these leftovers than the CPM’s favorite leftover staple – hot dip!?! I served this dip with Ritz crackers but I was really wishing for some plain ol’ Saltines. This hot appetizer is easy to throw together and can be … Continue reading
Did you know? Amelia makes the BEST Chicken Tortilla Soup on the planet. No, really – I can’t even order it in restaurants anymore! So when she gifts me with with soup this good, nothing goes to waste. Here, Amelia’s Chicken Tortilla Soup meets another one of our personal favorites – hot dip! Hot, gooey, stringy … Continue reading
This super easy party favorite is perfect for any occasion. It’s also a handy no-fuss dish to make ahead of time, store in the refrigerator and put in the oven when people arrive. Hot And Easy Bean Dip 1 can refried beans 1/2 cup salsa 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and/or Monterey Jack cheese Preheat … Continue reading
I know, I know-what’s with all the hot dip!?! But it’s a really fast and delicious way to repurpose leftovers into hot, bubbling cheese goo! And regardless of what we put into our hot dips, they always seem to be a party hit. In honor of Fast Food Friday, here is another one for you. … Continue reading
CPM was invited to write another article for The Local Happenings Magazine. The article – Fiendishly Fun Halloween Food – highlights some of our favorite Halloween recipes – Paranormal Pizza, Spider Web Cookies, Caramel Apple Spring Rolls and Deep Fried Bloody Fingers and can be viewed at http://www.localhappeningsmagazine.com. Local Happenings Magazine is a publication dedicated … Continue reading
The title says it all right?!? We have to give a phat shout out to our sister, Theresa, the OGG (original go-getter) and mother extraordinaire, who, despite a hectic work and family schedule, still manages to throw down some awesome grub like this! Heat oven to 325. Season chicken breasts and thighs with salt, pepper … Continue reading
At my house we do a fair amount of “snack nights”. Essentially, leftovers meet a new, more interesing existence. Tonight as I clean out the fridge, I drummed up a very good appetizer – salmon cakes! Not a bad haul for “leftovers”, eh? My fridge contents: a large slab of wild silver salmon cooked a few … Continue reading
I have to thank a little place called Lucca in Benicia, California for the inspiration for this appetizer. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I ordered their “poppers” and they came out wrapped in bacon! What? Bacon? On a popper? It’s genius! No breading and frying, just bacon. I’m not really sure what Lucca stuffs … Continue reading
I think that, other than flavor, of course, the best part about this appetizer is that you can literally have it ready in 10 minutes or less, even quicker if you buy pre=cooked shrimp! Not only that but you can make the sauce ahead of time and it will keep in the refrigerator a very … Continue reading
Over the years, this appetizer has become a staple at every family gathering. It’s hot, it’s cheesy, it’s melty. In a word-gluttonous! Put it on crackers, chips, bread, or, when no one is watching, just pick up a spoon! But enough about the flavor factor. This appetizer is really easy to make and the recipe … Continue reading
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